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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1971
Page
2
Lawrence Journal World publishes daily except Sunday led by Dolph Simons Jr and staff. The notice details address at Sixth and New Hampshire, subscription rates by carrier and mail, and circulation affiliations with the Audit Bureau of Circulation and the Associated Press.
The Journal-World pledges accurate fair news reporting without opinion mixed into the facts. It safeguards citizens rights regardless of race creed or status and shows sympathy for the disadvantaged. It exposes dishonesty in public affairs and supports community improving projects.
The article recalls the Kansas City killings of John Kemp and 18-year-old William Simmons, urging citizen safety over suspect rights. It also argues against a $2 minimum wage by Jan 1, citing job losses and economic plans under the Nixon administration. It notes arrests, calls for swift verdicts, and critiques Congress’s wage policy amid broader social concerns.
As Congress returns from a Thanksgiving recess, White House lobbyist Clark MacGregor signals little desire for quick action on campaign spending reform. President Nixon, while officially backing a Senate bill, fears reform could blunt Republican fundraising advantages and split bipartisan support as lawmakers scrutinize provisions limiting campaign contributions.
The piece argues that raising the minimum wage from $1.60 to $2 harms older workers, the physically and mentally handicapped, and teenagers, reducing jobs and pushing automation or consolidation. It says rural areas and certain industries suffer most and urges Congress to reconsider the hike. The essay also urges moving toward the metric system, noting U.S. stagnation.
Kansas Board of Regents plan to speed dormitory construction includes funding for a 450-student KU dorm to be ready by September 1963. The item appears among statewide higher education funding efforts as part of a broader push to expand campuses.
A Washington dinner scene discusses congressional efforts to limit campaign funding. Terence Bloodstone of the Washington Order of Loyal Lobbyists argues large donors would lose influence if tax or spending limits pass, while noting industry ties and the role of fundraisers. The piece probes politics and money, echoing fears of reduced access and accountability.
A reader service compiles the addresses for federal state county city and school elected officials in Lawrence. The list includes U S senators James Pearson and Robert Dole both in Washington D C, representatives John Vogel Morris Kay and Larry Winn Jr and local figures Mayor J R Pulliam and several others with street addresses and route numbers.
This editorial description explains the role of opinion writers, letters, and cartoons in shaping public discourse. It emphasizes informed citizens evaluating criticism and praise and the democratic value of free idea exchange.
A reader criticizes publicity around KU and Lawrence donations to feed the needy, calling it self serving. The letter argues for steady daily charity over one off campaigns and attacks selective enforcement allegations. It is signed by James E. Taylor, attorney at law, Sharon Springs, Kansas.
The writer applauds a lead editorial on the Woody Hayes incident, drawing parallels between sports officials and judges. They warn youth about unchecked dissent and urge responsibility in behavior at public events and in life. A second note discusses Pakistani refugee relief and UNICEF funding.
The Forest Service proposes a five step plan to curb exploration on the western Superstition Mountains east of Phoenix in a bid to end a century long hunt for the Lost Dutchman gold. The plan would ban camping and living in the area and set strict rules to regulate treasure seekers and protect the barren range.
Saigon AP reports the US Command phased out 75 more helicopters in Vietnam, part of a two day reduction nearing 200 aircraft. The 158th Aviation Battalion, in the northern 1st Military Region, will lose 825 personnel while supporting the 101st Airborne Division which is also being phased out. On Friday three Army units with 3,233 strength were cut.
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